Obituaries

Mar 30, 2024

Wanita “June” Butt, age 84, of Paoli, passed away on March 30, 2024, at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital in New Albany. She was born on June 16, 1939, in Plymouth, Indiana, to Merle Edward and Mary Ruby (Dalton) Chaplin. June married Justus Butt on June 28, 1958, and he preceded her in death in 2005. June was retired from...

Mar 25, 2024

Patricia "Susie" (Combs) Free age 79 of Paoli, IN died on March 25, 2024 at Paoli Health and Living.  Susie was born on March 15, 1945 in Blue Diamond, KY to the late Henry and Lottie (Stidham) Combs.

Besides her parents, Susie was predeceased by her son, Andy, her brothers Oscar, John (Ish), Emmett, and Kenneth Combs,...

Mar 23, 2024

Kenny Goodpaster,  passed away on March 23, 2024, at IU Health Bloomington Hospital, at the age of 54. Born on October 17, 1969, in Paoli to Blaine Goodpaster and Delores (Hull) Goodpaster, Kenny was a 1988 graduate of Spring Valley High School. Kenny loved football, especially Notre Dame, and enjoyed participating in 5K walks. He was also a member...

Mar 23, 2024

In Loving Memory of Roger Allen Bye, age 54, of Paoli, who passed away on March 23, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, adventure, and cherished memories. Born on September 2, 1969, in Milltown to Ralph Bye and Fern Bowman Bye, Roger's vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Roger embraced life with an adventurous spirit, finding joy...

Mar 21, 2024

Tommy Lynn Smitson, age 59 of Paoli, passed away on March 21, 2024 at his brother's home. Tommy was born on February 3, 1965 in Eckerty, IN to parents Donald Smitson & Marilyn Jewel (Gottfried) Smitson. He was a Mechanic and enjoyed doing body work on cars and rebuilding motors.

He is survived by his daughter -...

Mar 20, 2024

Walter "Gail" Manship, age 72 of Hardinsburg, passed away on March 20, 2024 at his home. He was born in Paoli on July 4, 1951 to parents Walter Edward Manship & Minnie (Pirtle) Manship. Gail married Diane (Rippy) Manship on August 29, 1970. He was a self-employed construction worker and attended the Little Mission Church in Hardinsburg. Gail was...

Mar 20, 2024

Wilma Darlene Thacker, age 71 of Paoli, passed away on March 20 at IU Health Methodist Hospital. She was born on September 6, 1952, in New Albany to parents Charles Edward & Mary Elizabeth (Deen) Wells. On September 10, 1971, she married the love of her life, Gary Thacker. They were married for more than 52 years before he...

Mar 18, 2024

David Lyle Speedy, age 58 of Hardinsburg, passed away on March 18, 2024 at his sister's home in Paoli. He was born on June 1, 1965 in Huntingburg to parents Marvin Lee Speedy & Hazel (Mason) Speedy. David was a former employee of Orange County Transit.

Survivors include:

Father - Marvin Lee Speedy of Paoli...

Mar 16, 2024

Rodney Gene Chastain, 81 of Paoli, peacefully departed from this world on March 16, in Jasper. Born on September 1, 1942, in Paoli to Lester James and Ethel Marie (Buchanan) Chastain, Rodney was a cherished member of his community. On July 7, 1962, he united in marriage with the love of his life, Marjorie Jo Stroud. Rodney dedicated many...

Mar 13, 2024

In loving memory of Fern (Trinkle) Free-Busick, age 97, formerly of Paoli, passed away peacefully at Paoli Health & Living Community on March 13, 2024. She was born on July 9th, 1926 near Valeene to Benjamin and Maudie (Longest) Trinkle. Fern worked for Cornwell Co. formerly of Paoli then left there to work in the local grocery stores in...

Mar 12, 2024

William "Bill" Moore Jr., age 86 of Paoli, passed away on March 12 at Paoli Health and Living Community. He was born April 15, 1937 in Hartford, KY to parents, William Lee Sr. & Lillian (Wilson) Moore. He married Judith Drabing October 21, 1959 and she preceded him in death on November 12, 2016. Bill worked at Ridgewood Manufacturing...

Mar 11, 2024

Marilyn Hill Qualkenbush, 90, formerly of Paoli, passed away on March 11, 2024 surrounded by her four daughters, at Scenic Hills Nursing Home of Ferdinand. Marilyn was born Aug 25, 1933, in Great Falls, MT to Clifford F. & Etta Mary (McDonell) Hill. After their passing, she was raised in West Baden by Bob and Jessie Dickey (both deceased)....

Mar 11, 2024

In loving memory of Roger Alsten Cook, age 90, born on March 19, 1933, and passed away on March 11, 2024, at IU Health Bedford Hospital. Roger was the son of Alsten Cook and Mary Belle (Apple) Cook. He was a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran serving from 1953-1955. Roger worked at JayC Foods of English, where he served...

Mar 10, 2024

Kathy Sue Bayless-Stotts, age 72 of Paoli, passed away March 10 at her home. She was born March 17, 1951 in Bedford to parents Howard & Beulah (Stotts) Walls. She married Carl Edward Stotts February 14, 1999. She will be remembered for her love for Jesus and family. Kathy formerly worked at Sullivan Construction as an accountant. ...

Mar 9, 2024

In loving memory of Richard "Dick" Eugene Lindsey, 79, of Paoli, who passed away on March 9 at Paoli Health & Living Community. He was born on December 14, 1944, to Charles Dow and Dorothy Lucille (Dutcher) Lindsey in Paoli. "Dick" worked as a painter at an auto body shop and also worked at Dairyland formerly of Orleans for...

Mar 8, 2024

In Loving Memory of Jordon J Williams, age 32, of Paoli, who departed this world on March 8 in Mitchell. He was born on March 22, 1991, in Paoli, Indiana, to parents, Harold Williams Jr., and Cheryle (Hamm) Durden. Jordon was a self-employed handyman. He also worked in construction, carpentry, and fixing cars. He found joy in simple pleasures...

Mar 7, 2024

Janelle Irene Switzer, age 83 of Paoli, passed away March 7, 2024 in the loving care of Paoli Health and Living Community. She was born on June 3, 1940 in Epsom, IN   to parents Harry Austin & Juanita Lucille (Wilson) Duke. On January 20, 1959 Janelle married James R. Switzer who then preceded her in death on February 14,...

Feb 28, 2024

In Loving Memory of Thelma Holland, 82, of Paoli,  passed away on February 28 at IU Health Paoli Hospital. Thelma was born on December 5, 1941, in Mitchell, to her parents Hubert and Marie Switzer. On January 8, 1982, she was married to Desco Keith Holland. Thelma was a member of Paoli Wesleyan Church and formerly worked at Styline...

Feb 25, 2024

In Loving Memory of Douglas Grissom, age 31,  who passed away on February 25, 2024, in Mitchell. Born on November 19, 1992, in Bedford to parents Jeff Grissom and Laura Yeadon. Douglas was the owner of First Choice Lawn Care and he was a member of Team IAK and Team TooLoud Audio Groups. He had a love for music...

Feb 22, 2024

In loving memory of Gary L Thacker, age 78, of Paoli, who peacefully passed away at his home on February 22, 2024. Born on September 27, 1945, in Queen City to Albert and Maggie (Walls) Thacker, Gary was a devoted husband to Wilma, and they shared 52 years of marriage since September 10, 1971. Gary was a proud US...